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1. I've stopped making excuses. 2. I have learned about macros. 3. I've discovered the importance of protein.

Agreed with everyone else on this. I'm trying to post a neutral comment but seriously, SUCK IT UP. You either force yourself to do it and are content to be in shape or you don't. You can be thin if you just maintain your diet. But if you want to be in shape, you will have to exercise. Not everyone likes it. I guarantee…

Sorry, I honestly thought 'to lift' meant strictly working with the barbell doing things like deadlifts, snatches, barbell squats etc. Otherwise I thought it was just called strength training. Right so that was my question really because it seemed like I'd get a whole lot more definition with less effort before. But I…

I'm 5'3 so okay maybe those 5lbs will make a difference. I also might have been lower than 23% of bodyfat a year ago. I wasn't really keeping track. I don't lift but do hit the gym about 6 times a week with 15 minutes spent on cardio and 45 on strength training. No, I am not eating at a surplus to gain muscle but then…

That's what I'm inclined to think as well. But I just can't see 5lbs making THAT much of a difference. Also it wasn't just abs. Same went for my glutes and inner adductors.

Thank you for posting this. I've actually been looking and researching to see how much of a difference toning can make without much (or any in this case) weight loss. So thank you. This is very encouraging.

Most kind of berries unless you want to buy a furry box of them. Agave and Stevia. And I don't really know if this qualifies because I don't actually eat them or buy but Pine nuts are priced like they're the tears of Jesus Christ.

I flippin' HATE running. I swear the only thing that is keeping me at it is that I have a highly competitive friend who can run 5k in just over 20 minutes. If I could afford to do roller derby, I would sign up this instant. 1. Rollerblading 2. Happy Hardcore Dancing 3. Biking 4. Hiking 5. Skiing

Variety is the spice of life. Anyone who has done P90X, Insanity or any other such program will tell you that you have to highly disciplined. Yes you will get bored. Yes you won't want to do it. But it works. If it's not working for you in terms of being able to stick to it, then do as you've suggested. Switch it up. The…

Look for 'Strength training (weight lifting, weight training)' under the cardio tab. That's what I do.

Last year, a friend and I decided we'd get highly fit. Between the two of us, she had the more restrictive diet. I'm not sure if she was counting calories but she pretty much eliminated everything except for vegetables and meat and she stuck to this diet like glue for over two months. If my fiance and I came over for…

I often find that while there are general rules that apply to everyone, some things are best left up to individual needs. If you are not starving or getting a headache or feeling weak then there's nothing wrong with waiting. It's all about listening to your own body.

I was struggling emotionally and physically with my weight. I was eating a regular amount of calories a day and it seemed like my weight just kept going up. This has never happened to me before so I admit that two months ago, I was in a bit of a panic. I am not all that hungry through out the day. I have looked into all…

I realize I can't set it that high. I am at 24% body fat and was at 23% last year around this time. I am possibly in a hurry to get BACK to 23% but my ultimate goal is 20%. And I asked for advice as far as intensity of workout which is why the topic is "am I not pushing hard enough." I am just worried about eating more on…

Fair enough. Just the way it came off in your post. Don't get your panties in a twist or anything ha ha. I said too much and of the wrong thing. I can eat too much lettuce. It would have to be close to 50 heads of lettuce but it is possible.

Two things - this is not about patience and weight loss. I am not impatient as stated in my original post. But if I'm not working out hard enough, I'd rather know now and change my routine before it's two months down the line and I'm wondering why I'm still not seeing results. And I am not really particular about the…

I'm very wary of upping my calories especially since - I am not joking - I feel fairly full after eating the calories that I do. I'm 5'3 by the way so not necessarily short but a slightly under average height. If I could afford to pay a nutritionist, I would absolutely consult one. Unfortunately I can't at this time so the…

The best thing I've heard about motivation has actually been from someone on this board (wish I could remember who) and recently. Going to the gym is your job. You don't always enjoy going into work and it's not always a fun day at work but you go because it is your job. End of story.

Boo-erns. I had a feeling my workouts weren't high impact enough. Thanks.

Running outdoors is always more difficult for some reason. But I suppose it makes sense that it's because you set your own pace. I finished 5k in 35 minutes when I first started out as well. However I would stop and walk for a bit so had I run the entire time, it would probably be a minute shorter? A friend of mine has…

I am not abnormally flexible but I will get random shooting pains in my ligaments when trying to stretch certain body parts. Usually my legs. Yoga has been the only thing that helps. I've also read that to do a true stretch you need to hold it for 30 seconds. You'd be surprised how long that actually is when you are…

Around 20 minutes of cardio and 35 to 60 minutes of weights. Not meeting my goal for calories burned for the day though so need to think of a way to burn more during the same amount of time.

The best thing to do in order to increase your endurance is speed intervals. Run at your regular pace for 5 mins then do a fast sprint for one minute. I'm gradually increasing my speed and endurance but I still have days during which I can hardly muster 5 minutes on the treadmill. I guess I'm in that middle phase as well?…

I have certainly noticed that I get a bit weak or tired or even easily aggravated. I suppose I should be eating more and I do attempt to eat more most days. I just know I have a huge sweet tooth and so I get worried that instead of eating more veggies (or something equally healthy) I'll somehow justify eating a muffin, I…

Hmm alright? I was actually not complaining about results. At all. I am very satisfied with my weight and muscle tone considering I am only one month into working out. Nor is this the first time I have had a steady workout schedule or watched what I ate. However this would be the first time that I'm monitoring things other…

If I go over 15 grams, I'm usually bloated and gassy all day. Can't do it.

I tend to just have a coffee before my morning workout. Sometimes I'll also have an apple or a bit of greek yogurt with oats. After my workout I'll have a protein shake followed by breakfast which consists of a small bowl of cereal with soy milk or egg whites and veggies.

Okay that makes sense. It's just that until I created that much of a deficit, the scale wasn't budging. I suppose I'm afraid that I'll begin gaining weight again if I up my calories.

I still have days when I feel this way. It won't matter if I'm bored or not. Eating will take precedence over anything that I attempt to absorb myself in. What is it that you're craving? Salty snacks? Sweets? Texture? What is your eating schedule like? What about your gym schedule? What are your macros like? In my…

Um yeah. That's something everyone needs to keep in mind. Whether it's your third, tenth or hundredth time at the gym, you will still have days that suck for working out. You just go though. Don't think about it. Just do it.